Human Resource Officer at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Summary of responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate the recruitment pipeline  with minimum supervision
• Coordinate the appointment and onboarding processes
• Contract Management  - Processing contracts and tracking the same for timely renewals as per policy 
• Adequately and timely provision of documentation for payroll 
• Updating and maintaining the HR information systems as assigned.
•  Support audit process by providing data as demanded and directed.
• Ensure HR documents are filed appropriately both physically and electronically.
• Support management of the staff probation process.
• Work closely with finance in preparing staff separation documents for settlement
• Support the performance evaluation exercise
• Support and coordinate training and learning activities.
• Generate HR reports from the various data bases within the Centre
• Provide guidance and support with staff leave management
• Act as a liaison for training programs and assist in facilitation

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources management, or business administration
• Minimum three (3) years relevant working experience

Personal attributes and competencies:

• Good understanding of labour laws, Human Resources practices, policies, concepts, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment with ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and data analytics tools
• Effective problem-solving  and analytical skills
• Ability to work with well within teams in a diverse setting.